[5] In his redshirt freshman season, he averaged 5.6 minutes per game through 23 contests. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. He has incredibly poor ball security and ends up turning it over a lot off of both unforced errors and opponents going for steals. Efficient finisher. 1 Gonzaga race past San Diego 9450", "WCC Announces 2019-20 Men's Basketball All-Conference Team", "Joel Ayayi declares for NBA draft but indicates No. He is best as a stationary shooter but he is capable of knocking down shots off of handoffs and screens. He does a poor job of navigating screens and can lose his man easily, especially if he is guarding an active off-ball player. Ayayi collected a team-high 18 points on an efficient 77.8 percent shooting clip Saturday, including four makes on five attempts from downtown. L.A. has 13 players guaranteed for next season, excluding two-way players Joel Ayayi and Austin Reaves; Mac McClung and Chaundee Brown arent officially on the main roster yet either. An extremely young Ayayi had bought completely into the vision that Mark Few and Tommy Lloyd built over two decades in Spokane. This was his fifth game with double-digit assists, and he has achieved that feat twice in the current month. [22], Ayayi holds dual citizenship to France and his parents' home country of Benin, but he plays basketball for the French national teams. He projects as a versatile defender that can guard several positions up. Knockdown shooter. He has the strength and footwork to be able to back guys down. Yet Ayayi could not execute this simple technique in the way an effective player in a top-shelf program must, not when he was taffy-stretching 150 to 160 pounds across a 77-inch skeleton. Frequently guarding small forwards, staying active on the glass, and getting in the passing lanes with good instincts, he held his own defensively despite giving up strength in many and matchups and size in others. College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. With that said, he has solid mechanics, especially off the catch, that inspire hope he can become a capable catch-and-shoot option. In short, the Zags hold opponents to 69.1pts per game and 42% FG over the year and are #11 in Kenpom Adjusted Defensive Efficiency. On top of all that, he fits the increasingly popular build of tall point guard, as he is 65 with a positive wingspan. Draymond Green gives his side of the story about his ejection for stepping on Domantas Sabonis in the Warriors' Game 2 loss. + d'infos dans quelques instants #FIBAU19WC pic.twitter.com/2Zs8H4kXHE. Not a playmaker. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll College Basketball and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. pic.twitter.com/FmJEz1wFUP, Navigates around screens well both as a scorer and playmaker, Needs to continue refining jump shot form. Outstanding passer and scorer off of screens, and they boost his already strong finishing ability pic.twitter.com/c1TBgCX8Wp, Joel Ayayi ranks in the 98th percentile of P&R ball handlers, per synergy. Ayayi has light feet and gets to places at ease on the back of his 180lbs. The key to Quetas success will be his defensive polish. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.1 SPG, 0.2 BPG, and 1.4 TOPG on shooting splits of 58/39/78. INSEP in Paris, France, More Joel Ayayi pages at Sports Reference. 8 Gonzaga top Southern Miss 94-69 at Atlantis", "Filip Petrusev, No. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. On the court, Ayayi passes the look test, standing 6-foot-4 and blessed with wide shoulders and good length. Shoots: He has a slight rhythm dip and an incredibly smooth form. He is a capable finisher, able playmaker, and versatile defender. One of the most well-rounded floor generals in the G League, Ayayi once again showed the ability to fill the stat sheet -- he ended just one rebound away from posting a triple-double while also recording double-digit assists for the third time over his last four appearances. When handling the ball in the pick and roll, he is excellent at finding the roller. He usually displays his motor and footwork in man-to-man, keeping his guy in check and chasing bodies through picks, although he has some tendency to cheat and to go under the screen at times. Acrobatic finisher. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Gonzaga first went after regional stars (Dan Dickau, Adam Morrison), then got quality foreign imports (Turiaff, Sabonis, Hachimura, Tillie), later brought in savvy transfers (Wiltjer, William-Goss, Brandon Clarke), and finally has open the door to ranked starts (Josh Perkins, Zach Collins, Suggs). He doesnt have the handle or craftiness to reliably make the space for his shot and he isnt comfortable with his pull-up jumper. This largely comes from poor shot selection and he will have to improve his shot diet in order to become a more effective offensive player. His playmaking mostly comes from the post where he uses his height to see above defenders and make quality reads. The details of the deal are not disclosed at the moment, but nonetheless, the guard will attempt to make the roster with a great training camp. Ayayi is one of the most versatile point guards in the G League, so seeing him finish as one of the most productive, stat-filling floor generals shouldn't be a surprise. If he can make improvements to his polish, he has the potential to be an absolute defensive menace who can guard both the interior and the perimeter. Twitter: The Bulldogs won 95-70. On top of all that, he fits the increasingly popular build of tall point guard, as he is 65 with a positive wingspan. Do you have a sports website? He is not very good at breaking down defenders off the dribble and wont be blowing by anyone at an NBA level. Shot creation upside. He doesnt create off-the-dribble 3s at a high volume but can hit them when he takes them. His mechanics are inconsistent and he looks uncomfortable shooting off the dribble or off of movement. Ayayi recorded the first triple-double in program history in a win at Portland on Jan. 9. He makes deep outlet passes that help to jumpstart offensive possessions. Solid handle. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/playerprofiles, Draymond Green ejected for stomping on Sabonis' chest, Lillard, Shaq and NBA world reacts to Green ejection, Former Notre Dame coach Brey to join NBA's Hawks staff, 2023 NBA playoffs scores, series-by-series schedule. His mechanics are solid but he struggles heavily when contested. He tends to leave his stance, which can give opponents opportunities to get open. Standing at 65 with a reported +2 wingspan, Ayayi immediately springs to mind as an extremely long guard with athletic ability and valuable defensive instincts. He is a good cutter who takes advantage of how close defenders have to play him. He converts on a large number of his catch-and-shoot attempts. Data Provided By His pull-up jump shot and off-the-catch jump shot are potent anywhere from the mid-range all the way back to the logo. He makes a lot of unforced errors with his dribbling and opponents dont have trouble stripping him. The 23-year Scan this QR code to download the app now. [12], Coming into his junior season, Ayayi was named to the Preseason All-WCC team. Growing up, he idolized National Basketball Association (NBA) player and Bordeaux native Boris Diaw. Following the season, Ayayi declared for the 2021 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility. Todd is only 19 years old and a lot of his flaws are ones that can be worked through with age and experience. Joel Ayayi is a great finisher at the rim and even greater using P&R. A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. The biggest hole in Ayayis game is a lack of self-creation that will probably limit his ability to be a primary shot creator for a team. Robinson-Earl (JRE) wont be wowing anyone with his flashiness or star potential but he has a well-rounded skill set highly desired from role players. With JRE, the biggest question mark is his shooting. He does a poor job of navigating traps and doubles and tends to turn it over when pressured. He could also stand to improve his off-ball defensive discipline, as he wasnt the best at staying attached to his man. Join our linker program. Find out more. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Making some strides as a fourth-year junior averaging 12 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists, Ayayi earned All-WCC 1st Team honors. L'Equipe de France des U19 masculins est mdaille de bronze la Coupe du Monde 2019 en battant la Lituanie sur le score de 73 68 Trs beau match de @joel_ayayi avec 33 pts et 30 d'valuation. They work like a well-drilled unit without a specific but several ball-screen D approaches, ready to rotate, scramble and switch, collapsing and helping on Post-Defense, breaking up ball-movement, attacking the basketball and forcing TOs. He averaged 20.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game and led all scorers with 33 points in a bronze medal game against Lithuania. Jol Ayayi (born 5 March 2000) is a French professional basketball player for the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League. Bones certainly makes a compelling argument that his offense is indeed good enough thanks to his shooting, finishing, and shot creation. After a rough Summer League, the Lakers waived Ayayi on Friday. Checking a variety of boxes as the third guard in an incredibly talented Gonzaga backcourt, Ayayi thrived in a complementary role as a junior. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports, Gonzaga Basketball Joel Ayayi James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. He flashed the ability to get separation off the dribble and every move he makes is done with both power and purpose. He also tallied the second-most assists for a Gonzaga player in a single game. He doesnt reliably create separation with his handle. [6] On 27 November 2019, early in his sophomore season, Ayayi posted 21 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a win over Southern Miss. Ayayi recorded 21 points (7-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Saturday's 114-107 loss to the Vipers. [25] Ayayi helped France win bronze at the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, where he earned All-Star Five honors. For what it's worth, he's averaging 10.4 points, 6.5 assists and 5.6 rebounds per game. He is a willing passer and is most potent playmaking in transition and out of the pick and roll. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 He is particularly fond of super deep 2s and could benefit from taking the extra steps to extend them into 3s. Ayayi recorded 18 points (8-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds and six assists across 31 minutes during Monday's 123-108 win over the Cruise. At 65, he will be on the taller side for point guards. He frequently relocates in order to get the open shot. He finishes on the inside at an extremely efficient clip. Like many prospects before him, Todd is a bit of a tweener and doesnt have a great natural position. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Tuesday, April 18, 2:17AM. On the defensive end, Queta is an absolute shot-blocking machine, averaging over 3 blocks per game in college. Working with an NBA Strength and Conditioning program should help him make strides on the defensive end, and working within an NBA offense where he is not the focal point should help him learn how to become more selective with his shooting. The 6-4, 180-pound Ayayi played in 29 games last season with Capital City in the G League and averaged 10.7 points, 6.6 assists and 5.7 rebounds. The Wizards waived Ayayi on Wednesday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. He does well in drop coverages thanks to his ability to close ground quickly with his length and contest pull-up jumpers despite the drop. He can make stationary 3s as well as 3s off of movement and screens. [27] His father stands 2.01m (6ft 7in) and played basketball professionally in France and for the Beninese national team. He gets around well on the court and does a good job of navigating through traffic. Powerful finisher. Ayayi posted 15 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds and five assists across 40 minutes in Saturday's loss against Windy City. Ayayi recorded 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 95-93 loss to the Vipers. [24] Ayayi led his team to a bronze medal at the 2018 FIBA U18 European Championship in Latvia. 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